Editorial School of Patriotism Boosts Civic Duty
Editorial notes a May week of patriotism aided by radio broadcasts and church services, praising Memorial Day ceremonies and urging citizens to sustain patriotic duty. Also mentions an Ohio woman’s hoard of $75,000 in merchandise, Germany war claims totaling 1.479 billion dollars, a Stephenson county rat-killing contest with a $10 prize, and a neighbor’s tip on twin-bed onion planting.
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Garrett
Stephenson County
Illinois
Farm Bureau
Freeport
Side Glances and Oddities From A Busy World
A collage of quick notes: an Indiana man marries five times while Steve Broadie jumps once. England profits from liquor despite prohibition. a child’s shoes vs a phonograph purchase. Europe can’t fund war debts but funds war prep. moonshine jokes boost illicit booze sales. a Kansas City man tests gas with a match and ends in hospital. a Chicago magistrate worries about speed and is advised to ride a horse. Jack Dempsey visits Great Falls with local groups hosting a luncheon. Henry Ford eyes union banks. oil firms gain access to Oklahoma Indian lands. America seen as haven for the oppressed. a society scandal headline about “Woman flies high” ends up being minor.
Pioneer Woman Flies To 15000 Feet On First Flight
An account describes a woman who took to aviation and reached an altitude of 15 000 feet on her initial flight. A noted musician claims music stimulates hair growth and cites Paderewski and Nabelik as proof, while the writer recalls music that provokes irritation rather than cheer.
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Paderewski
Nabelik
Books from Brooklyn Army base sold to aid disabled soldiers
Eight hundred sixty thousand books of various kinds are to be auctioned at a Brooklyn army base. Proceeds may fund welfare for disabled soldiers, aiding their care and support. A separate Illinois bill proposes whistle and bell reminders on election days with fines to enforce turnout.
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Brooklyn
United States
Europe
Illinois
Ex service men push for care legislation on wounded veterans
Pacific coast ex service men plan a drive to elect officials who will back laws for care and rehabilitation of wounded veterans. They cite apathy among the injured and urge a voter army to oust officials who betray veterans’ welfare. A Decoration Day scene prompts a German visitor to humorously misinterpret the cemetery tribute.
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Pacific Coast
United States
Cuban sugar magnate granted divorce after gambling loss
A Cuban sugar magnate wins divorce on grounds his wife drained the family bank account by gambling at roulette. He reportedly broke every gambling institution in France and Spain, but did not take his medicine when his wife broke him.
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France
Spain
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